55 m. ago FG orders ministries to prioritise local tech, companies in projects

The Nigerian government directs ministries to prioritise local tech and companies in projects, enforcing local content to boost the non-oil economy. Read More: https://punchng.com/fg-orders-ministries-to-prioritise-local-tech-companies-in-projects/

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75 m. ago LAWMA boss, Gbadegesin, leads reconciliation push in Okeho, meets APC leaders

Managing Director/CEO of the Lagos Waste Management Authority (LAWMA), Dr. Muyiwa Gbadegesin, has embarked on a drive for renewed reconciliation efforts within the Okeho chapter of the All Progressives Congress (APC), as he held strategic engagements with key APC stakeholders aimed at strengthening harmony and rebuilding trust among party members in the Kajola Local Government […]

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1 hour ago NCDMB reports 61% local content in petroleum industry, unveils $100m equity fund

NCDMB achieves 61% Nigerian local content in the petroleum industry, nearing its 70% goal. A new $100m equity fund is unveiled to boost further growth. Read More: https://punchng.com/ncdmb-reports-61-local-content-in-petroleum-industry-unveils-100m-equity-fund/

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1 hour ago Senate urges priority for Nigerians in oil, gas local content implementation

The Senate Committee on Local Content is urging prioritization of Nigerians in the oil and gas sector, citing violations of the Nigerian Local Content Act. Read More: https://punchng.com/senate-urges-priority-for-nigerians-in-oil-gas-local-content-implementation/

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1 hour ago Navy begins sea exercise in Delta to boost oil productiondele

The Nigerian Navy has launched ‘Exercise EBI TORU’, a sea exercise in Delta, to enhance maritime security, combat oil theft, and boost oil production. Read More: https://punchng.com/navy-begins-sea-exercise-in-delta-to-boost-oil-productiondele/

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3 h. ago NGX extends rally as listings drive N1.29tn market cap boost

The Nigerian Exchange (NGX) sustained its positive momentum on Tuesday, closing stronger following major new listings that significantly expanded market capitalization.

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3 h. ago Insecurity: UBEC, NAF partner to create safer school environment

The Universal Basic Education Commission (UBEC) has reaffirmed its full readiness to collaborate with the Nigerian Air Force (NAF) to ensure safer school environment across the country.

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3 h. ago Stakeholders urge govts to boost funding for GBV prevention, response

A new report by Invictus Africa reveals inadequate GBV funding in Nigeria is hindering prevention and response efforts. Stakeholders urge governments to ac Read More: https://punchng.com/stakeholders-urge-govts-to-boost-funding-for-gbv-prevention-response/

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4 h. ago National Defence College seeks TETFund’s support to boost research, curriculum overhaul

The Commandant of the National Defence College (NDC), Rear Admiral Abdullahi Ahmed, has called on the Tertiary Education Trust Fund (TETFund) to support the College in strengthening its research capacity and updating its curriculum to address Nigeria’s evolving security challenges, including the integration of Artificial Intelligence.

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4 h. ago Lagos to unveil 229 regulated buses on Lekki–Epe corridor December 8

Lagos State launches its Bus Reform Scheme on the Lekki-Epe corridor with 229 buses, aiming to enhance safety, comfort, and commuter experience. Read More: https://punchng.com/lagos-to-unveil-229-regulated-buses-on-lekki-epe-corridor-december-8/

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5 h. ago NCC seeks inclusion of intellectual property studies in varsity curricula

The Nigerian Copyright Commission (NCC) urges universities to integrate intellectual property education into their curricula to boost innovation and creati Read More: https://punchng.com/ncc-seeks-inclusion-of-intellectual-property-studies-in-varsity-curricula/

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5 h. ago VIDEO: Lagos cracks down on street begging, arrests 20 beggars

The Lagos State Government has arrested 20 individuals in a major crackdown on street begging in the Ikosi Ketu and Mile 12 areas of the state. Read More: https://punchng.com/video-lagos-cracks-down-on-street-begging-arrests-20-beggars/

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8 h. ago UK firms invite Nigerian investors to tap British property market

Brithomes, a London-based property wealth management firm and London Square, a UK real-estate developer, have issued a joint call to read more UK firms invite Nigerian investors to tap British property market

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8 h. ago Journalists Are Nigeria’s Shield Against Dictatorship — Shettima

Vice President Kashim Shettima has described Nigerian journalists as the nation’s primary defence against authoritarian rule, assuring that press freedom remains a non-negotiable pillar of President Bola Tinubu’s administration. VP Shettima noted that journalists have played a stabilising role during moments of national tension by correcting misinformation and holding power to account. Speaking on Tuesday […]

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8 h. ago NITDA trains teachers to boost digital literacy across Nigeria

Nigeria’s National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA) has trained 3,600 teachers across all 36 states and the Federal Capital Territory read more NITDA trains teachers to boost digital literacy across Nigeria

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9 h. ago Meta suspends Eedris Abdulkareem’s Facebook, Instagram accounts over new song

Meta, the parent company of Facebook, Instagram, WhatsApp, Messenger, and Threads, has suspended the Facebook and Instagram accounts of Nigerian musician and activist Eedris Abdulkareem

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9 h. ago Opportunity emerges as portfolio realignment, others push stocks to 5

The Nigerian stock market experienced its largest monthly loss in five years in November, as uncertainty surrounding the Capital Gains read more Opportunity emerges as portfolio realignment, others push stocks to 5-year low

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9 h. ago Temu taps Lagos startup Dellyman to boost Nigerian deliveries

TTemu, the global e-commerce fast mover, has formally partnered with Lagos-based logistics startup Dellyman to drive same-day and last-mile deliveries read more Temu taps Lagos startup Dellyman to boost Nigerian deliveries

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10 h. ago Developer Denies Transaction Records After Receiving N152m From Nigerian

Nigerian-American engineer, Mr. Anthony Ugbebor, has told a Lagos State High Court sitting in Tafawa Balewa Square, Lagos, that he paid N152m for two luxury flats with his “life savings”, adding that the developer tow whom money was paid later denied having records of the transactions. Ugbebor, who opened his defence in a protracted N152 […]

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10 h. ago Trump orders inquiry into attacks on Nigerian Christians, says US lawmaker

Riley Moore, a member of the US House of Representatives, says United States president Donald Trump has directed him and read more Trump orders inquiry into attacks on Nigerian Christians, says US lawmaker

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